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Fragrance

CITRONELLYL PHENYLACETATE

CAS 139-70-8 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A rose/honey-scented ester used in perfumery. Not GHS-classified, but its citronellol-derived backbone counts as an EU-declared fragrance allergen for label purposes.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Sweet honey-rosy fragrance note
  • Not GHS-classified by ECHA submitters
  • Used at low fragrance percentages

Known concerns

  • Citronellol component is an EU-declared fragrance allergen
  • IFRA category-restricted
  • Possible mild contact sensitisation in susceptible users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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